Lead Embedded Systems Engineer - Hardware & PCB Design

Ampcus Inc; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking an Electronics Engineer with 6+ years of experience to design and validate circuits for automotive LED lighting. You will develop schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes while translating requirements into specifications.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, run simulations and tests, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This contract role supports production during launches and ongoing improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering with 6+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, especially DC-DC converters and filters.
• Experience with Altium and PCB design.
• Understanding of embedded systems and microcontrollers.
• Familiarity with testing tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators).
• Knowledge of CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, and other protocols.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, simulate, and validate electronic circuits and systems for automotive LED lighting applications.
• Translate customer requirements into technical specifications and design reviews.
• Create schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes.
• Perform simulations, testing, and validation of designs.
• Troubleshoot hardware and system issues and support manufacturing during launches.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, validation, and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.
• Continuously improve designs for performance, cost, and reliability.

Skills

DC-DC converters design

Analog & digital circuit design

Embedded systems

CAN/SPI/I2C/UART protocols

Circuit troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Altium PCB Design

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is seeking an Electronics Engineer with 6+ years of experience to design and validate circuits for automotive LED lighting. You will develop schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes while translating requirements into specifications.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, run simulations and tests, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This contract role supports production during launches and ongoing improvements.